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Christchurch weather in December (Dorset, United Kingdom)

How is December weather typically in Christchurch? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Christchurch includes low temperatures and high rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. Anticipate daytime highs near 11°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 6°C.

Precipitation

Christchurch in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 107 mm for the month. Typically around 16 days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 54 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Christchurch. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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Christchurch, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 107 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 91% *  
SunshineSunshine 54 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 16% *  
Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (32 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Christchurch's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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